Phlebotomy Tech I

Prime Healthcare; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a phlebotomist at Harlingen Medical Center in Harlingen, TX. You will prepare patients for blood draws, perform venipuncture, label specimens, and transport them to the lab for testing.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, BLS certification within 45 days, and at least two years of clinical laboratory experience. Per diem position with variable shifts and on-site work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire and kept current required.
• Minimum of two years of clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for blood draws and explain procedures to ensure comfort and safety.
• Collect blood using venipuncture, capillary puncture, or other techniques with proper ID and labeling of specimens.
• Transport specimens to the laboratory and ensure proper processing and storage.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient preparation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Shift’s Available: Variable (Days, Evenings, Nights)

Employment Type: Per Diem (As Needed)

Hours: 8-hour shifts

Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, Texas

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for blood draws, explain procedures, and ensure patient comfort and safety throughout the process
• Responsible for correct blood collection, draw blood from patients using venipuncture, capillary puncture, or other techniques; ensure proper identification and labeling of specimens
• Organize, handle, and transport specimens to the laboratory for testing, ensure all specimens are properly processed and stored
• Adhere to quality control and safety protocols to maintain the integrity of specimens and ensure accurate test results
• Maintain and calibrate phlebotomy equipment and supplies, ensure everything is in working order and properly sanitized
• Perform more complex or specialized phlebotomy procedures as required, often with minimal supervision

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma, or equivalent, required.2. BLS certification within 45 days of hire and maintained current, required. 3. Minimum of two (2) years of clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Pay Transparency

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf